‘Be aware’ when shopping on Black Friday, officials say

Law enforcement officials are warning shoppers to be aware of their surroundings during all the Black Friday excitement, because criminals will be out there looking to make you a target.

Investigators will be helping -- extra patrols will be inside the malls this holiday season.

But there’s only so much they can do.

One cause for concern is devices like an ATM skimmer that was left on an ATM in Lake Mary this week. Police said it was one of the most sophisticated devices they’d ever seen.

"We have to be more aware of these devices, what they can and can't do. Even if you're 90 or you're 12, you have to understand there's things out there that can record your private information and cost you a lot of money," said Zach Hudson of the Lake Mary Police Department.

Similar skimmer devices have shown up in Volusia County as well.

Investigators also say there are ways criminals can work their way into your car by stealing the code on your keyless entry key.

The best advice is to be aware, and try not to leave your gifts in the car, police say.

And don’t carry too much money or too many credit cards with you.

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